Every year, we recognize outstanding community members and volunteers from Union Park as part of the citywide Neighborhood Honor Roll Celebration. This year, UPDC has nominated Central Honors Philando, Chuck Sorlie, and Barb Thoman. Check out the nominee bios below!

About Union Park District Council

Mission: The Union Park District Council is a nonprofit neighborhood organization that elevates community voices in local decision-making. Through our committees, events, and community outreach, we engage all those who live, work, learn and play in Union Park

Vision: We envision a connected, vibrant, and welcoming community made up of walkable, sustainable, and affordable neighborhoods, shaped by the diverse people of Union Park.

Values: We value the input of all community members and strive to include diverse and underrepresented voices, including people of color and indigenous communities, renters, students, LGBT, and all faith backgrounds.

Union Park is an area of Saint Paul between the Mississippi River and Lexington Avenue, and University and Summit Avenues, including Merriam Park, Snelling-Hamline, and Lexington-Hamline neighborhoods.